Switch 2 Thumb Grip Caps: Do You Need Them, and How to Choose

Thumb grip caps are one of the cheapest upgrades you can make to your Nintendo Switch 2, and one of the most noticeable. Here is what they do, whether they fit the Switch 2, and how to pick a set.

What do thumb grip caps actually do?

• Better grip: your thumb stops slipping during fast or sweaty sessions.
• More comfort: a slightly larger, softer surface is easier on your thumbs over long play.
• Style: instant personality, from Splatoon ink to Pokemon and kawaii characters.

Do thumb grips fit the Nintendo Switch 2?

Switch 2 Joy-Con sticks are a similar size to the original, but buy caps listed for the Switch 2 to be sure of a snug fit, since a loose cap can pop off mid-game. Our Switch 2 thumb grip caps are sized for the Switch 2 Joy-Con, and many designs also fit the original Switch, OLED and Lite.

Thumb grip caps vs button caps

Thumb grip caps cover the analog sticks, the upgrade most players feel immediately. Button caps cover the A, B, X and Y face buttons for a fully themed look. Many of our sets include both, so the whole controller matches.

How to choose

• Confirm the model: Switch 2 vs Switch 1, OLED or Lite.
• Pick your fit: taller caps add grip, low-profile caps stay closer to stock feel.
• Match your theme with a Switch 2 case.

The bottom line

For around $9.99, thumb grip caps are the easiest way to make your Switch 2 more comfortable and more you. Browse cute, Switch 2-sized designs in the Thumb Grip Cap collection, free shipping over $80.